Korean BoxwoodBuxus sinica

Small but versatile, the hardy Korean boxwood has been utilized for nearly every imaginable landscape purpose. Its dense, compact foliage and ability to be sheared into precise shapes make this shrub a popular hedge plant choice for foundations, edging situations, parterres and formal gardens.

Wildlife Value

Boxwoods contain a toxic alkaloid that makes them unpalatable. As a result, deer and other wildlife tend not to eat them.

History/Lore

Through the years, the boxwood has been associated with formal gardens. Boxwood parterres and hedges can be seen in many of the great gardens of Europe and America. Colonial Williamsburg, especially around the Governor's Mansion, offers wonderful examples of formal boxwood use.

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